Rumba's Classic Daiquiri, Simple And Simply Delicious

Hampton Bays - There is a stunning new addition to the Hamptons restaurant panorama, Rumba on Canoe Place Road in Hampton Bays.

Self-described as "Island Inspired Cuisine and Rum Bar," the food will be featured in our next "Hamptons Dish" column, so we will concentrate on the bar aspect of this gorgeous new restaurant in this installment of "Mixology."

Rumba's classic, fresh squeezed lime juice Daiquiri.

With a view of the bay, swirling overhead canvas fans and Caribbean style artwork, one steps inside and immediately feels transported to a tropical state of mind. The bar is a dozen seat ark that is warm and comfortable with a mirrored back bar and a cool, speckled marble bar top.

Fresh fruit hangs from all corners in netted bags and in a two tier weaved bar top basket. This is more than decorative, but illustrates the point that all the juices for the drinks are fresh squeezed daily. Although it may be a "Rum Bar" featuring island inspired cocktails, there is a full compliment of potent potables for whatever one might fancy in concoctions from the classical to the exotic, along with a wine list that features a real commitment to supporting local Long Island vineyards by the glass and the bottle. Bravo!

Forget the Happy Hour schedule and the summer specials, which will be part of the bar's on-going profile, Chef/Owner David Hersh wants to fill his restaurant with year-round locals and to that end he has priced both his bar and restaurant well under Hamptons over-inflated seasonal standards. If he succeeds, we may very well have a beautiful bar with an exquisite view and great cocktails at an affordable price. Are we actually in the Hamptons?

We can only hope that some of his fellow restaurateurs take a realistic look at our economy and do the same thing. That aside, let's get down to this "Mixology" cocktail, a great classic Daiquiri for under $10.

Rumba bartender Vikki Cimmino explained it in the simple and precise terms that define this classic cocktail, "First, fill a shaker with ice. Add three ounces of Cruzin Silver Rum, one and a half ounces of fresh squeezed lime juice and one and a half ounces of simple syrup. Shake it all up vigorously until the shaker is frosted. Pour it into a cold frosted martini glass and garnish with a lime wedge. It is the simple, classic Daiquiri, but ours is always made with fresh squeezed lime extract, not bottled lime juice."

Comments

Guest (Jeannie)
from
Flanders
says::
I went to this restaurant two days ago for a friend's
birthday dinner, and all I have to say is WOW! I had the
daiquiri that was mentioned in the article and it was all
kinds of tart, sweet, fresh and delicious. The fresh lime
extract certainly plays a key role. As an appetizer I had
Oysters Hampton. While I wish that there were maybe
two more oysters (you're only served two), it was fried
oyster resting on top of a bed of spinach dip in the
shells they originally came in. For my entree, I ordered
the crab cake salad, and it was absolutely sublime. The
crab was delicious, and the salad greens, papaya,
mango, and avocado were all fresh and tasty. Friends
had the jerk chicken and the famous Dominican Ribs
and declared both to live up to their reputations. My
fiance was especially impressed with the sugar cane and
soy salmon. Finally, for dessert I had the sundae. It was
the perfect amount of ice cream, topped with melted
fudge, unsweetened whipped cream, and the best part,
pecans rolled in sugar, which made for a dessert that
was decadent but was not so big you regretted finishing
it. I fell in love with Rumba and its welcoming
atmosphere. My fiance and I are already making plans
to come back soon. Nov 13, 2011 7:23 pm

Guest (Guest)
from
RUMBA
says::
Awesome!!!Nov 6, 2010 9:53 am

Guest (Guest)
from
Westhampton Beach
says::
Kinda Reminded us of Barbados. Tacos were
superb and the Rumba shrimp less the eyes and
tentacles was absolutely delicious.(lol) Didnt
care for the rice to much. A little on the
mushy side but nothing a prickly pear martini
and some rum punch couldnt wash down. The
owner/ chef from time to time walked around to
greet you and gather your opinion. I can't
wait to go back Thursday for Reggae night...
Thumbs Up Rumba!!!!Aug 30, 2010 11:42 am

Guest (Maria )
from
From dairy barn
says::
The food is really great.. but you got to
leave your arm, first born and leg to pay the
bill.. 2 apps, 3 dinners 2 drinks each. 230
not including tip!!!!!!!!Jun 16, 2010 10:15 pm

Guest (Joanne & Henry)
from
Oakdale
says::
Once again we had delicious dinners at
the most exciting new place at the
shore, Hampton Bay, called Rumba!! The
VIEW is spectaculer and the Restaurant
servers are courteous and know their
menu. David, the owner is very friendly
and a great chef! Our server was
Christina, so pleasant with a great
smile and looking like she loved her
job! Rumba will be our place to relax
each week with friends and family. See
you soon. :)Jun 12, 2010 7:18 pm

Guest (Bob)
from
Florida
says::
Congratulations to David and Rachel on their
new success in the Hampton's. Can't wait to
come back and try the classic daiquiri
described in the Hampton's.com article.May 27, 2010 9:15 pm

Guest (Erin)
from
Manorville
says::
Fantastic! My husband and I tried Rumba for our
anniversary dinner. Everything we ate - ahi tuna,
dominican ribs and sugar/soy salmon with coconut
risotto especially - was delicious, the rum punch
reminded me of our island vacation last year, the staff
is warm and welcoming and the location is great! They
brought us champagne to toast our special day and
the hot fudge sundae we shared - which seems like
such a 'regular' dessert - was sooooo good! Fun place
to hang out and great place to eat. I can't wait to go
back and try more of the menu! Thanks to Chef David,
Rachel and Erin for a wonderful 21st anniversary
dinner!May 21, 2010 2:17 pm

Guest (WINO17)
from
SOUTHAMPTON
says::
I am a wine lover! Wine and food are my
passion. The wine list here was AMAZING and
the remark from Spencer a case of mis
information-This was a 7-9 ounce pour while
most are a 4oz. pour and this is no box of
wine....He only serves the best! Keep it
coming David.May 3, 2010 9:21 pm

Guest (joey )
from
Oakdale
says::
Perfect location. Most important,
delicious homemade food. Really! Our
Waiters, Christina, was most helpful in
our choices and also introduced us to
Owner David's Lime Pie. Yummy. A Cheery
group surrounded the bar where you can
drink and eat. The restaurant is clean,
neat, affordable and with outside
seating a pleasant place to visit again.
RUMBA is our place to go to eat, relax
and enjoy the VIEW! It's like no other
place on the water. We'll be BACK for
sure!May 3, 2010 9:41 am

Guest (Spencer)
from
Hampton Bays
says::
Nice place, but expensive for a glass of wine.
original menu.. not the same old stuff..
nice, friendly owner, unlike some of the other
waterfront places hereMay 2, 2010 12:17 pm

Guest (Harry Katz)
from
Southampton
says::
This place is now my favorite place to go to. The food is
so tasty and I'd have never tasted better ribs. My wife was
amazed as well. The staff is superb, friendly, helpful,
courteous, and I can't wait to bring my friends... No
doubt in my mind reservations are going to have to be
made very early on... Take advantage while you can... this
place is a keeper!May 2, 2010 10:43 am

Guest (Tom)
from
Hampton Bays
says::
Went for first time last nght. My wife and I
really enjoyed ghe experience. Food and
service was great! We will be returning soon.May 2, 2010 9:28 am

Guest (Melly Mel)
from
Southampton
says::
This place is a winner! I met up with some girlfriends this past Friday night. The staff was very personable, the drinks were amazing, and the food was to die for! The ribs are the best in the Hamptons hands down and the homemade key lime pie is a must-have! The owner/chef, David, came by to greet us. I was very impressed and will return SOON! May 1, 2010 7:12 am

Guest (FATSO)
from
QUEENS,N.Y.
says::
THE RIBS FALL OFF THE BONE. THE RUM PUNCH
COMES IN A 16 OZ. GLASS AND THE BAY IS 50 FEET
AWAY.Apr 30, 2010 5:33 pm

Guest (UNCLE RONNIE)
from
HAMPTON BAYS
says::
An island getaway in Hampton Bays. When you
walk in the door you are greeted like you are
entering their home. The food,the drinks,the
music and the view all RELAX you.Apr 29, 2010 2:30 pm

Guest (Boozeman)
from
HB
says::
David is a genius! This restaurant is phenomenal!
So far I've tasted a solid half of the menu and I
am yet to be disappointed. The duck empanadas are
sensational. The staff is courteous and knowledgeable. The bartenders are competent and
don't skimp on the pours. Their use of limon rum
in their mojitos however is questionable. I
nitpick. All in all though I only wrote this
review because I was looking up their number and
came across this site. I think that says it all. Apr 28, 2010 7:22 pm

Guest (Jane)
from
Hampton Bays
says::
My husband and I had dinner there last week
and we totally enjoyed the ambiance as well as
the delectable food-we plan on making it our
weekly spot to relax and unwind..Apr 28, 2010 6:33 pm

Guest (AnnMarie Pallister)
from
Hampton Bays
says::
Well....We have certainly waited a long time for
such an Island Getaway in our beautiful
waterfront back yard. The food here surpasses
the views if that is possible. I have frequented
this restaurant multiple times since the
conception and the feeling is relaxing, fun and
entertaining. The island flair is unmistakable
and brings me back to St. Maarten! I can say
that everyone should experience RUMBA!!!!! See
you there.Apr 27, 2010 4:46 pm

Guest (Chrissy)
from
East Quogue
says::
I have fallen completely in love with the
RUMBA expierence!Apr 27, 2010 11:07 am